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Weekly Garden Thread - September 12-18, 2020
September 12, 2020 | Diana in Wisconsin/Greeneyes

Posted on 09/12/2020 6:00:32 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin

The Weekly Gardening Thread is a weekly gathering of folks that love soil, seeds and plants of all kinds. From complete newbies that are looking to start that first potted plant, to gardeners with some acreage, to Master Gardener level and beyond, we would love to hear from you.

If you have specific question about a plant/problem you are having, please remember to state the Growing Zone where you are located.

This thread is non-political respite. No matter what, you won’t be flamed, and the only dumb question is the one that isn’t asked.

It is impossible to hijack the Weekly Gardening Thread. Planting, Harvest to Table Recipes, Preserving, Good Living - there is no telling where it will go - and that is part of the fun and interest. Jump in and join us! Send a Private Message to Diana in Wisconsin if you'd like to be added to our New & Improved Ping List.

NOTE: This is a once a week Ping List. We do post to the thread during the week. Links to related articles and discussions which might be of interest to Gardeners are welcomed any time!


TOPICS: Agriculture; Food; Gardening; Hobbies
KEYWORDS: food; garden; gardening; hobbies
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To: Sacajaweau

Fall broccoli and brussel sprouts looking good so far...


21 posted on 09/12/2020 7:42:46 AM PDT by who knows what evil? (Yehovah saved more animals than people on the ark...siameserescue.org)
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To: who knows what evil?

Broccoli, cauliflower and winter squashes are vegies I buy at market...cuz they’re cheap and last a long time. If I had more room, I might grow them. Alas...


22 posted on 09/12/2020 7:56:05 AM PDT by Sacajaweau
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To: Eric in the Ozarks

Lots of peppers here too and I am still picking tomatoes. So it’s greek salad today and flank steak with grilled shishito peppers and salad greens tomorrow.


23 posted on 09/12/2020 8:09:14 AM PDT by MomwithHope (Forever grateful to all our patriots, past, present and future.)
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

It’s been a chill week, so the veggie garden has slowed. Tomatoes, cucs, eggplant still producing, just ripening slowly. Peppers didn’t do well this year. I think hubby’s watering system drowned them earlier. Harvested basil, thyme and mint and am drying them in the garage. I have the best smelling garage!


24 posted on 09/12/2020 8:13:49 AM PDT by freemama
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

How are you storing those seeds?


25 posted on 09/12/2020 8:14:56 AM PDT by freemama
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To: Qiviut

Great pictures! Hope the weather cooperates for the Wedding!


26 posted on 09/12/2020 8:15:27 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: PGalt

I’ll never tire of that song. Ever! :)


27 posted on 09/12/2020 8:16:14 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: Qiviut

I’ve seen a few Mantis this season - one was in my greenhouse, the other on my chair on the porch where I like to sit and read and watch the clouds.

I can’t remember the last time I’ve seen them - must’ve been a good year for them with all the rain. ;)


28 posted on 09/12/2020 8:18:48 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: greeneyes
Uh-oh . . . You never should have planted those mysterious Chinese seeds.


29 posted on 09/12/2020 8:23:57 AM PDT by Blurb2350
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To: Blurb2350

LOL! I have an Aloe Vera named, ‘Audrey.’ She pops out babies like nobody’s business. She hasn’t tried to eat me - yet! ;)


30 posted on 09/12/2020 8:25:09 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: All
Day Number FIVE of the Rain/Hostage Situation! Enough, already! 3" so far - still overcast today, but rain is supposed to move out. I'd like to check on my late-crop of raspberries - I have a feeling they've turned to mush. :(


31 posted on 09/12/2020 8:27:16 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: deport

taking the dogs for a way.

ROFLMAO at me. Thanks for the check, deport? My laugh of the day thus far. Can I blame it on auto-fill or old age?

Are your papers in order, deport? : )


32 posted on 09/12/2020 8:37:09 AM PDT by PGalt (Past Peak Civilization?)
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To: PGalt

Yep we all need a laugh or two. Have a nice and enjoy.


33 posted on 09/12/2020 8:39:46 AM PDT by deport
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To: deport

Have a nice and enjoy.

*****
dumb dumb on me....

s/b Have a nice day and enjoy.


34 posted on 09/12/2020 8:41:57 AM PDT by deport
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To: Diana in Wisconsin
The Tuscan Bella Rosa tomatoes are so popular. Heinz cans them for the devotees.


35 posted on 09/12/2020 8:42:58 AM PDT by Liz
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To: freemama; Ellendra

I just keep them in my pantry, in their packages in a plastic shoe-box sized container.

Don’t freeze seed - if there’s the tiniest bit of moisture, they can crack.

This isn’t for long-term storage; just for next year. Germination should be just fine.

Ellendra can explain about long-term storage if you’re interested.


36 posted on 09/12/2020 9:33:35 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: Liz

They are terrific!


37 posted on 09/12/2020 9:34:38 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

Humidity has dropped from 94% @ 9 am to 68% at 12:30. The sun is peeping in and out ..... should be out more & more as the day goes on. What a great day, compared to what we could be having.

The praying mantis is still hanging out on the hummer feeder - I think its got an “ant buffet” going on.


38 posted on 09/12/2020 9:37:44 AM PDT by Qiviut ("I have never wished death upon a man, but I have read many obituaries with pleasure" Mark Twain)
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

I think the sunflower learned from our President.


39 posted on 09/12/2020 9:47:14 AM PDT by Track9 (Islam: Turning everything it touches to ShiÂ’ite since 632 AD)
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To: Diana in Wisconsin; All
Well, after the rapidly spreading disease I posted in a month ago that overall devastated this densely-packed garden - though the fruit was abundant the healthist yet - plus I scratched the lense on my cheap camera, I am happy to report that most of the plants are surviving and producing new growth, though the growing season is coming to an end. And a brother-in-Christ gave me an old phone which I can take pics with, thank God.

The garden went from this (7-10):

GardenFrtSide.7-10

And this (7-10):

Back-7-18

To this (8-21):

Frt-Mid.Blasting.8-21

And this (8-21):

Back-8-21

To this (9-12):

Back,9-12-

And this, in which you can see a transition:

Front-Left.9-12

Sorry for not getting the same scenes in comparison but the sun was shining bright on the front and i am new as using this camera phone.

40 posted on 09/12/2020 9:52:41 AM PDT by daniel1212 (Trust the risen Lord Jesus to save you as a damned and destitute sinner + be baptized + follow Him)
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